CVE-2007-0999

CVE-2007-0999 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Gnome Ekiga with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Format string vulnerability in Ekiga 2.0.3, and probably other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-1006.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-0999?
Format string vulnerability in Ekiga 2.0.3, and probably other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-1006.
How severe is CVE-2007-0999?
CVE-2007-0999 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2007-0999 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-0999?
CVE-2007-0999 affects Gnome Ekiga. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0999?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-0999 published?
CVE-2007-0999 was published on 2007-03-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)